Communication & Journalism at Quinnipiac University
If you are interested in studying Communication & Journalism, you may want to check out the program at Quinnipiac University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Quinnipiac University is in Hamden, CT.
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Online Class Availability at Quinnipiac University
Distance learning is available at Quinnipiac University. Among 9,424 students, 984 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,168 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Communication & Journalism Rankings at Quinnipiac University
These rankings give you a sense of how Quinnipiac University’s Communication & Journalism program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #2 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #8 of 64 |
| Best Value | Connecticut | #11 of 13 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #56 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 940 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #897 of 936 |
Earnings for Communication & Journalism Graduates from Quinnipiac University
Graduates of Quinnipiac University’s Communication & Journalism program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,429 |
| 2 years | $41,926 |
| 3 years | $49,716 |
| 4 years | $58,147 |
| 5 years | $67,084 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Communication & Journalism graduates from Quinnipiac University earn a median of $58,147, compared with $76,889 for all Quinnipiac University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Communication & Journalism graduates from Quinnipiac University stands at $24,583.
Best-Paid Careers for Communication & Journalism Graduates
Those who complete Communication & Journalism program at Quinnipiac University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Communication & Journalism graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Public Relations Managers | $139,736 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Fundraisers | $118,069 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Advertising and Promotions Managers | $113,521 |
| Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys | $108,419 |
| Public Relations Specialists | $103,749 |
| Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes | $96,762 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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